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USA Today
4 days ago
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- USA Today
Sean Payton regretted his Alvin Kamara comparison at the time, but may have got it right
Sean Payton regretted his Alvin Kamara comparison at the time, but may have got it right Kamara's numbers, play style mirror Marshall Faulk's career We're entering the part of the offseason where we start to get kind of wistful. A little nostalgic. Introspective, maybe. Look back on years past, and consider how comments made before look with the benefit of hindsight. Back when he was leading the New Orleans Saints as their Super Bowl-winning head coach, Sean Payton had a blunt reaction to being asked about comments he'd made comparing rookie draft pick Alvin Kamara to Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk, who he had coached in college at San Diego State. Payton had complimented how quick a learner and adept a receiver both players had been (similar body types helped; Faulk played at 5-foot-10 and 211 pounds, while the Saints list Kamara at 5-foot-10 and 215), but that's where the comparison stopped. "Stop," Payton told reporters back in 2017. "Marshall Faulk's a first ballot Hall of Famer. We're not doing that to a rookie running back. This kid has got really, really good football intelligence. He has good transitional speed. But even when I made the comparison back in training camp it was prefaced with, hey, not making a comparison to Marshall, I'm just saying he's a guy that learns very quickly and that's how Marshall was. I just don't want to see Marshall Faulk headlined with Alvin Kamara, that's all." But you can't put the toothpaste back in the tube, and Payton's comparison has only looked more apt with time. He's right that Faulk was a different caliber of player than Kamara, but he was also right to compare the two in the first place. At this stage in his career, Faulk had appeared in 121 games, totaling 2,155 carries (17.8 per game) with 548 receptions (4.5 per game), amassing 14,889 yards from scrimmage with 79 touchdown runs and 31 touchdown catches. He had also been selected for six Pro Bowls, was a six-time All-Pro, had won league MVP, and was named Offensive Player of the Year three times. Kamara doesn't have as many accolades, but his five Pro Bowls and two All-Pro appearances are nothing to sneeze at. Through his first eight years he's appeared in 115 games, recording 1,543 rushing attempts (13.4 per game) and catching 573 passes (4.9 per game). He's gained 11,541 yards from scrimmage. So while they have averaged the same number of yards per carry (4.4), the four extra rushes per game that Faulk got made a very big difference. And now Kamara is on the verge of doing something special. He's 238 receiving yards away from joining Faulk, Marcus Allen, and Tiki Barber to become the fourth running back in NFL history to gain at least 5,000 yards as both a rusher and receiver. Look at the numbers: Marshall Faulk: 12,279 rushing yards, 6,875 receiving yards Marcus Allen: 12,243 rushing yards, 5,411 receiving yards Tiki Barber: 10,449 rushing yards, 5,183 receiving yards Alvin Kamara: 6,779 rushing yards, 4,762 receiving yards It feels like a safe assumption that Kamara will go the distance and join those great players in the 5,000-yard (10,000?) club, but just how far can he go? Kamara's contract is set to run out after the 2026 season, so he has at least two more years to keep building on his legacy. He's talked before about not wanting to play football until his body breaks down, and his abundance of interests away from the field gives him options. If he decides to keep playing after this contract runs out, he might close the gap with Faulk in the end. Maybe. And here's one more stat for the road. Since the two-point conversion was adopted in 1994, just two players have successfully converted it seven times. Those two players? Marshall Faulk, and Alvin Kamara.
USA Today
07-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Top 2026 running back target gives Colorado major following his official visit
Top 2026 running back target gives Colorado major following his official visit One of Colorado's top class of 2026 targets was in Boulder this past weekend, and he was impressed with what Colorado had to offer. KJ Edwards, the No. 3-ranked running back in the country, might have been even more impressed by the beautiful views you get from Folsom Field. "My time being in Colorado was good and the view with mountains towering the stadium which being a Texas boy you hardly see any landscape like how it is in Boulder, Colorado," Edwards told On3's Steve Wiltfong. Edwards was also impressed by the football part of his visit, as Deion Sanders and the coaching staff impressed the talented running back. "The main message was they can use me right now just because I can play any position on the field and I'm just an overall complete running back and they play their freshman kids as long as they work their butts off for a starting position." Colorado will face stiff competition for Edwards' commitment from in-state schools like Texas, Baylor, SMU, and Texas A&M. Hank South of Horns247 already has one Crystal Ball prediction for Edwards landing with the Longhorns. Edwards will visit Baylor on June 20 and Texas on June 6. "The coaches that are there [at Colorado] have spent many years in the league so they know what they're talking about and understand the game of football and with Marshall Faulk coming in to play RBU will be coming to CU shortly." It sure sounds like Edwards came away from his visit pleased with what Deion Sanders' program brings to the table. If CU does with the recruitment battle, the Marshall Faulk addition would seem like a significant factor for Edwards. Follow Charlie Strella on X, Threads and Instagram. Contact/Follow us @BuffaloesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Colorado news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
14-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Marshall Faulk working to revitalize Colorado's run game
Marshall Faulk working to revitalize Colorado's run game Amid his first spring in Boulder, new Colorado running backs coach and Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk has his sights on revitalizing the Buffs' famished rushing attack. Although Colorado understandably leaned on its passing game, the Buffs averaged only 65.2 rushing yards per contest last season with Isaiah Augustave, Micah Welch and Dallan Hayden leading the charge. Those three and others are back in the fold this spring and now learning under one of the best running backs in NFL history. "If you're not trying to improve, then you're getting worse," Faulk said Thursday. "Even if I came in here and we were coming off being top 10, top five, I'm still looking at where can we improve? That's the idea, and that's the mindset that we have to have. That's what we want to instill in the football players that we bring in here and that we coach." Faulk later gave his own guarantee that Colorado will have more success on the ground in 2025. "I gotta take your weakness and turn it into a strength," Faulk said. "I believe I'm here, and that's what I'm going to try to do. I can't change what you thought about the run game last year, but we're going to be better. I can guarantee you we are going to be better." Former walk-on Charlie Offerdahl and freshman Brandon Hood are other returning running backs to watch this spring. Contact/Follow us @BuffaloesWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Colorado news, notes and opinions.
Associated Press
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Marshall Faulk Presents New Orleans Youth With Epic Mural
- NFL legend Marshall Faulk returned to his alma mater, George Washington Carver High School in New Orleans, to unveil a powerful mural promoting drug-free living - NEW ORLEANS, La., and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NFL Hall of Famer and Foundation for a Drug-Free World spokesperson Marshall Faulk returned to his roots at G.W. Carver High School in New Orleans, Louisiana, to unveil a powerful new mural in the school's gymnasium. This was part of a week of activities before and during the Super Bowl. The mural is a collaboration between G.W. Carver High School, Foundation for a Drug-Free World and Marshall Faulk, to stand as a lasting inspiration for students to stay focused, pursue excellence, and make positive choices for their future. It prominently features the school's ram mascot, a tribute to G.W. Carver High's enduring spirit, alongside its motto: 'Exceed any expectation.' At the heart of the mural is Marshall Faulk, immortalized as both a legendary athlete and a champion for drug-free living. It reinforces his message that success is built on smart choices, discipline and perseverance. G.W. Carver High School, located in New Orleans' historic 9th Ward, is known for its vibrant culture, renowned marching band, and deep-rooted community pride. Named after scientist and educator George Washington Carver, the school has a long tradition of academic excellence and leadership development. Its vision is: to prepare all scholars for college success, inspired and ready to exceed any expectation. This principle is exemplified by Faulk's own journey from G.W. Carver High to NFL stardom. Julian Reams (IG: @jubeanski) created the mural. This is the second mural Reams has painted for Foundation for a Drug-Free World, donating his talents to promote a drug-free lifestyle. He shared his thoughts on the project: 'The message and goal is to inspire youth to avoid the distraction and dangers of drugs while in school so that their potential is limitless. I enjoyed the process at G.W. Carver here in New Orleans because I was able to integrate the spirit of the people into the piece by being present during various school and community events put on daily in the gym. Hopefully when the students see it, they truly are inspired to be drug-free so they can exceed any expectation.' For years, Marshall Faulk has advocated for drug prevention, working with Foundation for a Drug-Free World to bring factual, life-saving drug education to schools, youth programs and sports organizations. Having seen firsthand the devastating effects of substance abuse, he has made it his mission to empower young people with knowledge to help them make informed choices about their future. 'The one word that I always use is commitment,' Faulk told students gathered at G.W. Carver High for the mural unveiling. 'Commitment requires you to do things, not just when you want to, but when you don't want to. Your commitment is tested. What I am saying to you is the world is out there for you. You have to make the best of it. So dream big, don't allow the world to minimize your dreams.' Through public service campaigns, speaking engagements, and hands-on community outreach, Faulk continues to spread the message that drugs are not the path to success—education, discipline, and hard work are. For more information on Marshall Faulk's commitment to drug education and his work with the Truth About Drugs program, visit Drug-Free World or watch Voices for Humanity: Marshall Faulk on the Scientology Network. PHOTO CAPTION: Closeup of the mural shows Marshall Faulk (left) protecting the world from the scourge of drug abuse and addiction. TAGS: #MarshallFaulk #SuperBowl #LIX #NewOrleans #DrugFreeWorld #GeorgeWashingtonCarverHighSchool NEWS SOURCE: Foundation for a Drug-Free World Keywords: Religion and Churches, Marshall Faulk, Super Bowl LIX, Drug Free World, George Washington Carver High School, NEW ORLEANS, La. Send2Press® Newswire. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Story ID: S2P124187 AP-R15TBLLI RIGHTS GRANTED FOR REPRODUCTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY ANY LEGITIMATE MEDIA OUTLET - SUCH AS NEWSPAPER, BROADCAST OR TRADE PERIODICAL. MAY NOT BE USED ON ANY NON-MEDIA WEBSITE PROMOTING PR OR MARKETING SERVICES OR CONTENT DEVELOPMENT.
USA Today
13-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Here's how much Marshall Faulk will make in 1st year as Colorado's RBs coach
Former Rams running back Marshall Faulk is trying his hand at coaching after being hired by the University of Colorado and Deion Sanders. Faulk will be the Buffaloes' running backs coach, his first opportunity to coach at the college or pro level. Faulk, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, is one of the NFL's all-time great running backs and he'll impart some of his wisdom on the young ball carriers in Boulder. It's an exciting opportunity for Faulk, as well as Colorado's running backs. USA TODAY Sports obtained employment documents from Colorado, which reveal how much Faulk will make. According to the documents, Faulk will earn $400,000 in his first year with the Buffaloes. It will come in the form of $300,000 in base pay, 'plus $100,000 in community outreach to promote the university's mission and message – an amount that will increase to $125,000 in his second year of employment.' According to USA TODAY Sports, Faulk's terms are the same as Gary Harrell, who was Colorado's last running backs coach under Sanders. During his playing career in the NFL, Faulk earned $48,935,000, according to Spotrac. His largest contract was a seven-year, $45.15 million deal with the Rams from 1999-2005. He then signed a seven-year, $44 million restructured contract in 2002 before inking one last four-year deal with the Rams in 2005. That deal was worth $12 million.
